More isn’t always better. But, in this case... maybe it is?

UB Information Security Officer Mark Herron explains the new strategy: “In the old days you just had a password. That’s one ‘factor.’ Now you also get a message to your phone or something similar. That’s a second factor, and that makes things safer” he says. “So what if you added a second, second factor?” Mark beamed.

The new verification methods

Beginning April 1st, you will also be able to verify your UB logins using any of the following:

Magic 8 ball. Sometimes the old technology is the best. Ask it about your crush, then enter its reply into Duo.

“Scream signature” biometrics. Just scream nonsense syllables at your device (please include both vowels and consonants), and Duo’s voice recognition technology will identify you immediately.

Unsolved math problems. Somebody sent you a file in UBbox? Simply prove the Riemann Hypothesis or solve any of the seven famously unsolved Millennium Prize problems and you’ll be granted immediate access.

Two’s company (but three’s mandatory)

Needless to say, everyone is thrilled about the new changes.

“I’m the kind of person who enjoys entering a password when logging in online,” said Noh Boddy-Everr, a sophomore studying classical wordplay. “So naturally, I’m in favor of anything that makes the process of logging in a little longer, even if it’s only a few more seconds.”

Where can I learn more?

UBIT is committed to helping keep your personal information safe... no matter how many steps it takes!